Farberware Percolators Review

I've happilly enjoyed Farberware's larger 20-cup electric percolator that is still brewing some wonderful coffee after 10 years.All I had to replace was the electric cord, which petered out after 3 years.
I've had this model for a few months and think that it will also last a long, long time (don't know about the cord, though).This machine looks terrifically retro, is easy to clean and keeps the coffee consistenly hot for hours.After tasting coffee here, you won't go back to your old drip machine.
My advice to you is:
1. Don't overfill the basket with grinds, because it's very easy to make a STRONG cup of coffee with this.We like strong coffee, so this is a good thing.
2. Clean it w/soap & water as soon as you are finished with it to protect the pot.I also clean it out with Dip-It every 6 weeks or so to remove the coffee stains from the inside and make it shiny and new-looking.
3.At most supermarkts you can buy little paper disc filters that sit in the bottom of the jar and keep the smaller grinds from falling into the water.It also filters out alleged carcinogens that are not removed by traditional percolators or coffee presses.
I would actually give this 4.5 stars, because sadly, these newer models are now made in China rather than the Farberware factory in the Bronx.

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Product Description:
A more elegant alternative to standard coffee makers, this stainless steel percolator from Farberware has a sleek, pitcher shape. At a brewing rate of one cup per minute, this coffee pot sacrifices nothing in terms of speed for beauty. And once it has finished brewing, it will automatically switch to a safe "keep warm" temperature. Makes 4-12 cups. Comes with One-year limited warranty. Model #FCP412.

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Imusa Espresso, Cappuccino Maker Review

I ordered this to replace a Bialetti stove-top maker. I have had it a couple of months and it is great. I saw some reviews about some machines within this price category being flimsy and unreliable. The Imusa is terrific. Easy to clean (Bialetti was awful!), and makes up to a quad in under 5 minutes. It is lightweight, but sturdy; and makes thick rich foam, even with skim milk. I am a former chef and have had some fancy machines that cost thousands of dollars in my kitchens, Imusa gets it done for me at home. I even went back and ordered a second as a gift.

Adding on to this review: If you haven't been using your old espresso/cappuccino maker because it isn't easy, or a pain to clean up, then this is the machine for you.

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Espresso or cappuccino in only minutes with the IMUSA Espresso & cappuccino Maker. The stylish design is ideal for storing on your countertop. The steam tube makes for an ideal froth for your favorite cappuccino or latte. The removeable filter is easy to clean and convenient glass jar with pouring feature makes handling a snap.

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Cuisinart DGB-625BC Grind-and-Brew 12-Cup Automatic Coffeemaker, Brushed Metal Review

This is my second Cuisinart Grind and Brew Coffeemaker in the last six years.This model is easy to clean, easy to set timers and you can check the water level from the outside of the unit.Parts go back into unit with ease.I am very happy with my purchase.

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A perfect addition to any modern kitchen, this 12-cup automatic coffeemaker grinds whole beans right before brewing to produce a fresh and flavorful pot of coffee. Its 24-hour full programmability means the unit can be set for "wake-up" coffee or for having coffee ready when it's time to serve dessert--without having to get up from the table. In addition, its brew-pause function makes it possible to sneak a cup before the end of the brewing cycle. Smaller amounts can be brewed without any loss of flavor thanks to the unit�s 1- to 4-cup setting, and its grind-off feature allows for using pre-ground coffee. For added convenience, the coffeemaker provides a large control panel, adjustable automatic shut-off from zero to four hours, and a 12-cup (5 ounces each) glass carafe with a generous stay-cool handle and drip-free pouring spout. Accessories include a gold-tone commercial-style permanent filter and a charcoal water filter for removing impurities. The sleek-looking coffeemaker measures 12 by 9-4/5 by 17-1/2 inches and carries a three-year limited warranty.

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Farberware Classic Yosemite Stainless Steel Percolator Review

Perked coffee is old school, to be sure, but a well-made cup of percolated brew is robust and satisfying in a way that drip coffee isn't.Not only does the percolation process provide a deeper and fuller mouth, I think, but a percolator, bubbling away, is a lovely sight and sound.
If you don't like perked coffee, don't bother with any percolator.But if you are interested in something other than drip brew, consider this Farberware percolator.I'm not one to ooh and ahh over design, but this is a darned handsome piece of kitchen equipment.Take a look and the large picture and I will spare you the adjectives.:)
The stainless steel construction makes it sturdier and heftier than thin-metal percolators you might buy in the camping gear section of a chain store.While the name "Yosemite" evokes coffee bubbling over a campfire, I'd probably not use this on a wood fire to avoid blackening. I mean, this thing really is shiny and pretty.But as heavy-duty as it is, perhaps it would clean up well.
It's a capacious pot, making eight cups of coffee.The interior basket and rod are well made, fitting tightly together and clamping in place with the lock-down lid.It makes more coffee than my old electric percolator, but it does take up a burner on the stove-top.
Lastly, should you buy this unit, remember:Perked coffe may be good, but it's a danged sight hotter than drip brew.Of course, you'll probably figure that out for yourself...

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Product Description:
If you grew up in the 1940's and 1950's, it's more likely you saw a coffee percolator like this one on your parents' stovetop. The origins of the percolator go back to about 1818 in France. Prior to that, coffee was made in vacuum pots or was boiled. By the middle to late 1800's travelers immigrating to the United States from Europe brought these percolators with them. Many of these pots made coffee for families that used wood stoves on their journey westward. This Farberware model follows that classic design but is made of stainless steel. It's easy to use, clean, and maintain. You can expect years of quality service from this coffee maker. Farberware has added a stay-cool handle to help make pouring a lot easier. It truly is a classic refined.

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Cuisinart DCC-1100 12-Cup Programmable Coffeemakers Review

After buying a succession of cheap coffee makers which broke down after a year or two and made mediocre coffee, I decided to upgrade to Cuisinart.
I don't agree with the negative comments about this product.
The clock is easy to program and it's clearly indicated that you should either use paper or gold filter (twice in the instructions). It's also easy to pour water in the reservoir if you use the carafe.You can turn the coffee maker to the left, and the reservoir opening is easily accessible.Its opening is by no means tiny, as a reviewer described it.
The center funnel which holds the filter is well situated and there is very little risk of dropping coffee grounds into the water reservoir.
The carafe is well designed, with a comfortable handle.It pours neatly, without dripping coffee all over the counter, something which always happened with my old Mr. Coffee.
You do have to realize the lid snaps down on top of the carafe.This is not explained in the instructions.
Most importantly, it makes an excellent coffee.
There is a 3 year guaranty which is more than I have seen for others.
So far, I have no complaint, and I am glad I bought this product for a great price.

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Housed in a classic design with stainless-steel accents, this fully automatic 12-cup coffeemaker features 24-hour programmability--great for waking up to the aroma of fresh-brewed coffee. The unit offers a 1- to 4-cup setting for brewing a smaller amount, and its brew-pause function allows for pouring a cup before the brew cycle has completed. The included 12-cup carafe provides an ergonomic handle, a knuckle guard, and a dripless pour spout for comfortable, drip-free serving. For added convenience, the coffeemaker comes with a self-clean function and a 60-second reset, which "remembers" settings and where it was in the brewing process. A gold-tone coffee filter and a charcoal water filter are included to ensure fresh, delicious-tasting coffee. The coffeemaker measures approximately 8 by 8 by 14-1/4 inches and carries a three-year limited warranty.

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Bonjour 8-Cup Maximus French Press, Candy Apple Red Review

Very pleased with the aesthetic appeal and quality contstruction of this product.Delivery on time.

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Bonjour's Maximus Candy Apple Colored French Press combines classic beauty with revolutionary innovation.It features the patented "Flavor Lock" filter system and and filtering lid to reduce sediment in your cup.Maximus' Patented Bonjour Flavor Lock Filter System shuts off the brewing process to retain fresh pressed flavor. A stainless steel lid and frame, borosilicate glass carafe, stainless steel filter, rod and screen as well as an acrylic scoop are all included.

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Bodum Chambord 3-Cup Coffee Press Review

Even if you find an espresso machine alluring, in the meantime, you can't beat coffee made with this elegant and perfectly functional press pot. It's simply the easiest and best way to extract maximum flavor from your finest beans (use a uniform grind slightly coarser than automatic drip). Some people even prefer it to espresso. It's durable, easy to clean, and doesn't require electricity.

One reviewer claimed they put the grounds and the water in the pot, immediately pushed the plunger and waited 10 minutes. However, they will get much better results if they wait 2-4 minutes (depending upon the coarseness of the grind) before plunging the coffee, and then drink it right away. I wouldn't even let the coffee rest, plunged, in the pot for ten minutes, as it will become over-extracted.

As for the reviewer that whined about truth in advertising, all I can say is "Duh". They themselves pointed out that the pot does make three espresso cups' worth of brew. And if they watch what they are doing next time, instead of just trying to pour 12 oz. of hot water into something, they can avoid future unpleasant experiences. I actually make coffee for two "cappuccinos" with this model. If you don't like your coffee as strong, you can simply add a little hot water to your cup after you have poured your coffee (like an Americano).

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Bodum's coffee press is recognized worldwide as one the best ways to brew coffee. Imagine a cup, made to your liking in just 4 minutes!Expertly crafted with a stainless steel filter system, heat-resistant borosilicate glass beaker and stay cool handle and knob. Makes 3 cups. Two-year limited warranty.

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swissgold® KF 300 One-Cup Coffee Filter Review

This is an excellent solution if you like a small-ish (8-10 oz or less) and convenient cup of coffee in the morning.My experience is that no automatic drip maker is really designed to make a good single cup, and while I use a french press on the weekends, cleaning the screen assembly is too much hassle for a weekday morning, as is having to mind the infusion time.So the swissgold one-cup is an excellent compromise.There's no brew time to pay attention to, it's very easy to rinse everything clean under the tap, and you don't have to buy or throw away paper filters!

My only complaint (hence the 4 stars rather than 5) is that the infusion time seems very short -- the cup is usually done brewing in about a minute or less -- and the coffee does lack body as a result.I wonder if the filter might have been designed to slow down brewing a bit more.In any case, I just use a fairly fine grind, like one of the other reviewers here said, and end up with very decent coffee with a minimum of hassle.

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Serious coffee aficionados understand the need for a serious, permanent filter system.The true magic is the 24 Karat gold-plated, scientifically engineered foil filter.The precisely designed openings of the SwissGold® permanent filter hold back only the unwanted solids, while allowing the desirable flavor carriers to pass through for a perfect cup every time.This set from swissgold® is ideal for home or office.The KF 300 One-Cup permanent filter set is quick and easy to use and produces an exquisite cup of coffee.Simply fill the filter with coffee grounds, then place the water regulator on top.Place the unit onto a mug an pour boiling water into the regulator.The lid tops off the set and can be used as a drip catcher.Black, high quality plastic with 24 Karat gold-plated foil filter.

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